Accountant
Vacancy Reference: 63395 AB
*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*
Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for your next opportunity within the property and finance sector?
Do you have a strong eye for detail and enjoy managing financial reporting across a varied portfolio of clients?
Are you looking to develop your accounting career in a role where you can apply your financial expertise within the property management industry?
The Company:
An established and highly regarded property and rural consultancy with a strong presence across the UK. The business provides specialist advice to private landowners, rural estates, agricultural businesses and commercial clients across areas including estate management, rural property, agriculture, planning, development and strategic land management.
The Job Role:
An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Accountant to join a growing finance team within a property-focused business.
The successful candidate will support the preparation of annual and interim financial accounts, alongside overseeing service charge reporting for a varied portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties.
This role would suit a qualified or part-qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA professional with relevant accounting experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage financial reporting requirements across multiple property portfolios.
Location: Dorset – Southwest England – Office Based.
Salary Package: Up to circa £50,000 Basic Salary Depending on Experience + Benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development, monitoring, reporting and review of financial budgets, working alongside relevant property and finance teams.
Build effective working relationships with internal colleagues and external clients to ensure financial services are delivered in line with requirements.
Complete financial year end reconciliations and ensure year-end figures are accurate and fully supported.
Review, interpret and reconcile financial information when new client accounts or portfolios are transferred.
Formal accounts production for year end and periodic reporting.
Assist with ongoing financial reporting, ensuring records are accurate, deadlines are met and reporting standards are maintained.
Undertake additional finance and accounting responsibilities as required to support the wider team and business operations.
Candidate Requirements:
Qualified or part-qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
Capable of managing several client accounts simultaneously while working to tight deadlines.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage workloads independently.
Previous exposure to service charge accounting would be advantageous.
Ability to view bigger picture implications
Confident with IT and in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook, with experience using database systems.
A client-focused approach, with a commitment to delivering accurate, professional and high-quality service.
A collaborative team player who is also comfortable sharing knowledge and supporting the development of junior colleagues.
Strong numerical ability and a high level of accuracy, with excellent attention to detail.
Analytical and methodical approach to identifying issues and finding practical solutions.
Previous experience working within an accountancy practice or professional services environment would be beneficial.
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How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button. Please send your CV to; Angel Bains – Recruitment Delivery Consultant *As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.* |
We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.